Job Title: QC Welding & Structural Inspector (Resident Inspector)

We ARE looking for an experienced QC Welding & Structural Inspector to support a major offshore energy project involving the fabrication of a steel jacket structure. Based primarily in Hoboken, Belgium. You will oversee welding and structural quality inspections, ensuring compliance with project specifications, approved procedures, applicable standards and quality requirements.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Perform and coordinate welding and structural quality inspections during jacket fabrication.
Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved procedures, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and applicable standards.
Verify welding consumables, equipment, materials, calibration, storage, identification and traceability.
Review welding procedures, personnel qualifications, NDT procedures, inspection reports and quality documentation.
Witness inspections and verify that tests and controls are performed in accordance with approved ITPs.
Monitor contractor compliance with project Quality Management Systems and ensure findings are properly recorded and closed.
Monitor the completeness and traceability of QA/QC dossiers, inspection records and final As-Built documentation.
Support mechanical completion, punch-list management and final project handover.
Ensure compliance with structural drawings and relevant standards, including AWS, ISO, EN, ASTM and AISC.
Coordinate with contractors, third-party inspectors, certification bodies and project stakeholders.

Requirements / Your Profile:

Mandatory: 8–10+ years of relevant QA/QC experience, with at least 5 years in a similar welding and structural inspection role.
Mandatory: Relevant experience in welding inspection, structural fabrication and quality control.
Degree, technical diploma or equivalent qualification in a relevant technical discipline.
Recognized international welding and/or NDT qualifications.
Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards, including AWS D1.1/D1.5, ISO 15614, ISO 3834 and EN 1090.
Experience working with EPC contractors, project quality management systems and Inspection and Test Plans.
Strong understanding of NDT, non-conformity management, corrective actions, traceability and quality documentation.
Professional proficiency in English and Dutch/Flemish, both written and spoken.
Experience and qualifications in corrosion protection and coating inspection, such as FROSIO Level II, are an advantage.
Knowledge of coating standards, including ISO 12944 and NORSOK M-501, is a plus.
Experience with punch-list management and final handover processes is an advantage.
CQI membership or equivalent professional quality association membership is preferred.
Mandatory: Relevant experience and qualifications must be clearly demonstrated on the CV, with supporting certificates provided.
ONLY FOR EU PASSPORT HOLDERS DUE TO TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS BETWEEN SITES.

Location: Hoboken, Belgium (main location), with travel to other sites in Belgium and Poland.
Contract type: Freelance | Self-Employed
Intended Start date: 23.11.2026
Duration: 8 months, (possible extension until 2030)